Puerto Vallarta in October
Not the best time
Transition month with improving but still unreliable weather. Crowds remain light and prices low, but you're gambling on getting decent beach days.
Weather
October begins the transition out of rainy season, though storms still hit regularly. Humidity starts dropping slightly and rainfall becomes less predictable. Some days surprise you with sunshine, others dump rain all afternoon.
32°C high23°C low12 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$120/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Día de los Muertos preparations
- •Festival de Octubre
October Tips
- •Weather becomes more unpredictable - pack for both sun and rain
- •Hurricane season officially ends October 30
- •Some hotels start maintenance closures before high season
All Months
November through April gives you perfect weather — 80°F days, 65°F nights, and almost zero rain. This is peak season though. Hotels double their rates and restaurants fill up by 7pm. Book everything in advance.
May and October work as shoulder seasons. You'll get occasional rain showers but also empty beaches and hotel deals. October can be humid after the summer rains, but hurricane season mostly misses Puerto Vallarta.
June through September brings the heat and humidity. Daily highs hit 90°F with 80% humidity. Afternoon thunderstorms cool things down but also flood the cobblestone streets. Some restaurants close during August. On the plus side, hotel rates drop 40% and you'll have beaches mostly to yourself.
Avoid Easter week and Christmas week unless you enjoy crowds and inflated prices. Mexican families vacation here during those times, which creates a fun local atmosphere but also means everything costs more.
Puerto Vallarta Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
9/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
8/10
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